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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 23, 1910
Page
3
A reader critiques local bathing rules and decency standards. They urge tighter council action, note enforcement limits, and reference broader state trends toward stricter public conduct and nonexplicit attire in a town context. The letter laments perceived leniency and calls for clear penalties and consistent observance.
A reader letter alleges a local fruit supplier, notably peaches, distributes decayed fruit unfit for human consumption. The note complains of rotten taste and maggots, urging municipal authorities and police to investigate and supervise the sale to protect the public.
A government inquiry into the Erin Estate purchase by the East Chapman district association reveals the price paid for Ms Erin Gelato at £1,185 0 0 and a total estate value of about £11,000. The estate spans 58021 acres excluding crown lands. area including all holdings is 0,887 acres. Questions include rosettes quantity and future Crown land allocations, with responses noting difficulties and efforts by the Lands Department to resolve the situation.
The biemonthy Municipal Council meeting notes discuss budget items for Mayon and Crs. Almuitt et al concering hutched funds and stray animal control costs. Action on the shooting of strays and related enforcement was raised, with debate on patrols and penalties.
Odd archaic proverb note suggests a saying about savings and value with garbled OCR style. Tiny fragment hints at verification by consulting a figure and a dated term. No clear names, places, or dates are readable for concrete facts.
The Geraldton council reviews footpath and street repairs across Durse horstrist to the railway yards. Officials discuss paving costs, bylaw enforcement, and priorities for public works while tracing blame for worn pathways and unsafe exits. Local MPs and committee members urge action ahead of weather delays and budget constraints.
A correspondent reports a January 4 meeting at Bootenal Ballou to decide on waving for a telephon e service along the Back Flats. Chair M r Jas McGuinness led discussions about funds and routes with local residents, urging district authorities to consider a line along Front Plate Road and a possible extension to Crowther and Georgina.
A garbled OCR fragment references a health inspector, a train, and a brewery but lacks coherent details or identifiable names, places, or dates. The readable portion mentions Ur Basan and Nghithouse with vague actions about power, rubbish, and enquiries by officials.
Telegrams report that on March 1 an executive approval was given to set the use of Seamen's Compensation Act in Melbourne. The brief note records the action under the act and the date of approval.
Sydney reports the Defense Minister said no new ships would be built locally. Torpedo destroyers would be drawn from Victoria South Australia and Queensland, each crewed by navy personnel who will depart for England soon. The vessels are expected to sail to Australia in June.
The Melbourne Iron Trade reports a council meeting alleging Australian goods were not prioritized in federal contracts. The Trades Council asserts thousands of pounds worth of importable articles could have been produced locally and calls for policy clarity as Home Affairs lays out departmental views. Mr Deakin plans a broader address on tender policy and government stance.
Minister Deakin met today with Premier Murray to review a federal plan for immigration. Murray promised further elaboration, proposing interstate cooperation within the Commonwealth. Deakin said material has been sent to External Affairs to gauge states desires and a chartered steamer option may be considered.
Telegrams indicate no definite shape for the Vimy proposal. The Agent General in London has not submitted a formal plan or statistical details. The notes mention land openings, public works, agricultural interests, capital investment, and the financial condition of the states.
In New South Wales miners at South Cliffs and nearby sites halted work as the South Eastern region’s mines remained closed awaiting the Wages Board sitting. A conference was arranged between the Proprietors Association secretary and the Miners General Secretary to address claims from Ward amid actions by miners at Kembla South Bulli and North. Nine more miners delegations each faced 2100 penalties, with two months imprisonment in default, and then left Newcastle for Maitland tonight.
An Industrial Disputes Act case in the Tasmanian Circuit Court addressed breach of awards on youth wages. A 3-year experienced improver, paid minimum wage, faced firing and reduced pay, with the judge noting the improver’s loss and questioning why the award could not cover his case. The dispute highlighted award provisions for improvers and wage levels amid breach claims.
Reported from Melbournes meeting that Trafalere collided with Wu during feed causing an injury. Fore limb damaged and the saddle removed. trainer states he cannot race for some time. A consignor, Messrs Fosanuel Bees of Perth, values a related item at 425 pounds.
Fragmentary OCR lists race terms and times with names like Olivas, King, Daisy, Mary, and Lay Prine. Mentions furlongs and times such as 1.20 and 1.30, with odd spellings and misreads. Unable to determine coherent event or outcome but preserves named individuals and approximate distances.
Melbourne report notes speculative betting on upcoming races with several horses auditioned, including Comedy King and Protty Pog. Trainers and owners weigh odds as event timing approaches while irregular results and odds shifts create renewed betting interest.
Land settlement notices mention several applicants including Mlod Syed Cornish and Geraldton-based entries. The page notes lots and locations in Western Australia and Victoria with unspecified totals and parcel IDs, referencing properties near Meftown and Matlows.
A dispatch from Derby reports natives have seized Catile Station near Mormt Lart Sta tion. Juries from Barker River yard describe clashes with cattlemen as hundreds gathered. Pastoralists fear malant actions unless stronger protection is provided.
In Adelaide Tuesday the Treasurer delivered the government policy speech in the absence of a minister, arguing for constitutional change to empower the Federal Parliament to assume state debts and control. He urged adoption of a racial agreement with the Commonwealth while noting South Australia’s annual funds loss of about £220,010 under the current arrangements.
A fragmented text outlines discussions on a "Model Parliament" and mentions figures like Saint Joan and Saint Beata, with references to Harvest Terrace and Parke Prraint service. The piece weaves political satire with biographical hints, noting attempts to call speculative legislators and query why pattern parliament persists.
The Nuance committer of Vs Kal soot to Municipal Council has svlenite fed to Ubwt body Ue folowing recon. The Commissioner of Police urged enforcement of the Gambling Act stopping lockmakers plying their calling on all racenourses and sports grounds on the goldfields. Council endorsed the recommendation and forwarded it to regional gold fields bodies.
Aboard the Koombaina Tanami voyage, several passengers have survived rough seas and report grim conditions. Crew and travelers express disappointment as many men seek passage home, fearing further delays and unsafe travel.
Adelator Tuesday proceedings in the Lamden murder trial heard mentions of a jury and a defense motion. Mr Paris Nes Wil KC for the accused argued for a legal point about cartridge marks, with Justice Homburg reserving judgment until tomorrow. The case concerns Richard Lamden alleged to have shot at his wife with intent to kill.
Reported rise in Delia causes concern as private cable vestondas and local press corroborate incident. Authorities have not released full details. sources call it a serious event with ongoing coverage expected.
Candidates at Northampton Convent held December theoretical examination including Trinhy Callene Lumiton and others. Ada Williams 61 marks, Valerie Eaton Elmarte, Lione Lb. White 464 marks, Nuri Lyeisuinor 88, Eileen Polls 75. All candidates presented for examination passed.
A fragmentary ad style notice from Adelaide discusses presenting the South Australian scheme to the British public. It references regular and reliable formation and mentions Soutt, Australia, with dates around Tuesday and a context of ongoing advertising of state plans.
An advertisment asks readers to obtain a quote from P. C. Towler, noting his prices are bedrook. The item is presented as an ad, implying a local business promotion.
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